At WIQD (We in Quantum Development), our aim is to make the quantum ecosystem a space where everybody feels that they belong. Part of this is sharing impactful, but often overlooked, stories. On the 22nd of October, our WIQD Book Spotlight featured Margriet van der Heijden, Professor of Science Communication in Physics at Eindhoven University of
Quantum technology has a reputation. It’s complex, theory-heavy, PhD-dominated and often seen as a male-dominated space. But Linda de Man is quietly proving otherwise. As an Experimental Quantum Engineer at the Dutch startup QuantWare, she’s carving out a space where hands-on work, curiosity, and inclusion take centre stage. And she didn’t follow a traditional path
On March 7, our co-founder Stacey Jeffrey participated at the inaugural "Breaking the Quantum Barrier: Women Leading the Future" panel organised by IBM and the International Telecommunication Union. Moderated by Sanskriti Deva (IBM), the discussion featured Diya Nair (Girls in Quantum), Sarah Sheldon (IBM), and WIQD co-founder Stacey Jeffrey. The panel explored key topics, including
What does it take to succeed as a woman in the male-dominated world of quantum? Last Thursday, we hosted an Inspirational Talk with Rosario González-Férez, co-author of the Women for Quantum’s Manifesto of Values. Rosario shared her personal journey in quantum physics, from her unexpected decision to pursue physics to becoming a leading researcher with
It is officially the first week of 2025! As we settle back into our routines and shake off the January blues, let’s take a moment to look back on our successes over the past year. For WIQD, 2024 was our best year yet! Not only did we grow as an organization and create impact, but
We’re happy to announce that our Head of Programmes Judith Kreukels has won an Honourable Mention for the prestigious Digital Talent award from RightBrains! In the past three years, Judith has transformed WIQD from a support network to an established organisation driving the change in quantum. This award not only celebrates her individual talent and
As part of the QuantERA strategic conference, WIQD organized a panel session on Empowering Women in Quantum. Moderated by Caiseal Beardow (PhD Candidate & Creative Technologist, TU Delft), the discussion included Elisabeth Giacobino (QuantERA Expert, Sorbonne University), Servaas Kokkelmans (Professor at the TU/e, Director of the Center for Quantum Materials and Technology Eindhoven QT/e), Judith
We’re excited to share that our Head of Programmes, Judith Kreukels, was recently interviewed by QDNL! In the article, Judith dives deep into WIQD’s mission of fostering gender inclusion in the quantum sector. She highlights the importance of creating opportunities for women in this fast-growing field and how WIQD is working to build a
